What is the cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Stamford?

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Stamford is to bus and train which costs £40 - £70 and takes 5h 23m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cardiff to Stamford?

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Stamford is to drive which takes 3h 24m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Stamford?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Stamford. Services depart once a week, and operate Saturday. The journey takes approximately 3h 56m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Stamford?

The distance between Cardiff and Stamford is 188 miles. The road distance is 170.3 miles.

How do I travel from Cardiff to Stamford without a car?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Stamford without a car is to train which takes 3h 56m and costs £80 - £120.

How long does it take to get from Cardiff to Stamford?

The train from Cardiff Central to Stamford takes 3h 56m including transfers and departs once a week.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Stamford train from?

Cardiff to Stamford train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Cardiff Central station.

Where does the Cardiff to Stamford train arrive?

Cardiff to Stamford train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Stamford station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Stamford?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Stamford is 170 miles. It takes approximately 3h 24m to drive from Cardiff to Stamford.

How do I get a train ticket from Cardiff to Stamford?

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Where can I stay near Stamford?

There are 662+ hotels available in Stamford.

Cardiff to Stamford - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Cardiff to Stamford by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Stamfordtrain Cardiff Central - Stansted Airport
3h 56m
£80–120
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to St Margaret's Bus Stationbus Cp2
2. Take the train from Leicester to Stamfordtrain Birmingham New Street - Cambridge / ...
5h 23m
£41–66
Drive 169.3 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Stamfordcar 169.3 mi
3h 24m
£42–61
Train via Birmingham
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Birmingham New Streettrain Cardiff Central - Nottingham / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Stamfordtrain Birmingham New Street - Cambridge / ...
4h 18m
£82–124

Cardiff to Stamford by train

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Distance: 186.9 mi
Duration: 3h 56m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Stamford, England?

Cross Country operates a train from Cardiff Central to Stamford once a week. Tickets cost £80–120 and the journey takes 3h 56m.

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